As an LGBTQ+ wedding photography studio, our mission is rooted in equality and love for all couples. By being inclusive, we empower our clients to celebrate their day, their way. As many couples begin their search for a wedding photographer, our goal is to guide couples to find the perfect photographer to honor their unique needs. Here are some of the ways LGBTQ+ couples and allies can expect us to give them an amazing experience.
The Rivets and Roses Experience
Our photographers provide equal access for people who might generally be marginalized. Quality is at the core of our work and offers a level of care that everyone deserves. It’s our highest standard to ensure every couple is cared for and acknowledged for who they are. We feel it is important that wedding photography is available to all who require it.
It is important to know that your wedding photographer respects your wishes on your wedding day and truly honors your relationship. Gaining trust is a big part of getting to know a photographer, and ultimately booking them. After all, this person will be there for some of the most intimate moments of your day. There will always be a wedding consult to get to know a photographer before booking where you can ask as many questions as you need to make sure the vision of your day will be captured properly.
Our experience and knowledge can ensure a comfortable and supportive environment for couples throughout the wedding planning process. As not all weddings adhere to traditional gender roles or expectations, we avoid traditional definitions and outdated vocabulary throughout our process. It’s important that we share our pride and create a safe place for LGBTQ+ couples.
Why Choose an LGBTQ+ Wedding Studio?
We understand the needs, preferences, and concerns of LGBTQ+ individuals and want to make sure couples come to the right place. By choosing an LGBTQ+ wedding studio, couples contribute to the visibility and representation of LGBTQ+ relationships within the wedding industry. They support businesses that actively embrace diversity, and their choices can inspire others who may be seeking inclusive wedding options as well.
An inclusive and affirming atmosphere where couples can express themselves freely can be identified when landing on a photographer’s page. It’s important that you have a photographer that can help navigate potential challenges or barriers that might arise on a wedding day so knowing their experience firsthand can allow you to be your true self and take away any stress you might have about being photographed.
The Future of LGBTQ+ Weddings
Weddings are ever changing and we recognize that. Creating something that is meaningful to you and embracing the ways you want to be celebrated can break down traditional themes of a wedding day. Our photographers help guide couples in choosing alternatives for some of the most conventional parts of the day. For example, setting up a mutual first look, choosing to get ready together, or walking down the aisle side by side. Having the support of an LGBTQ+ wedding team makes a big difference to honor your vision and story.
Our studio attracts LGBTQ+ allies that want to prioritize LGBTQ+ vendors based on their values and desires for their wedding day which is continuing to make a difference in the LGBTQ+ wedding industry. This is becoming a unique part of our business and we are excited for allies to find us in their search.
Already, weddings have changed so much in the past 10 years since MN legalized same-sex marriage. It has opened up a whole new market, yet is lacking to recognize other types of love and partnerships. There still are strides that we have to make as a community to ensure that everyone has a place to honor their love.